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Analysis: Boise State has a Scott Yenor problem, and it could prove costly

The political science professor calls colleges and universities “indoctrination camps.” And he has the attention of conservative lawmakers, who are likely to use his words as ammunition as they pursue another round of higher education budget cuts in 2022. 

The Idaho Freedom Foundation demonstrates its higher education model

A false indoctrination claim was made against Boise State, resulting in the University’s budget being slashed by $1.5 million.

Democrats aim to lock in a superintendent candidate ‘early next year’

Party officials have reached out to multiple candidates, including sitting lawmakers.

Why protesting Yenor at BSU will not be enough

Beyond the video of Yenor at the National Conservatism Conference, read any of his books and you’ll be transported back to 1950’s era takes on gender.

Fact check: Did Ybarra call Coeur d’Alene schools a CRT ‘worst offender?’

It’s complicated. But one thing is clear. While Sherri Ybarra hasn’t announced her political plans, the incumbent state superintendent sure sounds like a candidate.

Critchfield touts apparent fundraising edge

The former State Board of Education president says she has raised $150,000 for her campaign for state schools superintendent.

An Open Letter to Scott Yenor: We Aren’t Going Anywhere

Your words are insidious and dangerous, but there are enough educated, community-minded, and caring Idahoans who see through your misaligned tactics.

Bair steps away from Senate; VanOrden to return to Legislature

The co-chair of the powerful Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee is taking a leave of absence to deal with family issues, Betsy Russell of the Idaho Press reported. Julie VanOrden will take his place.

‘Medicated, meddlesome and quarrelsome:’ Boise State professor’s comments on women draw fire

And Scott Yenor said colleges and universities are also eroding the American family. “Almost everything in these indoctrination camps complicates the male-female dance. It delays growing up.”

A new vision for the students and parents of Idaho

One of the biggest challenges and opportunities school districts will face in the coming years is meeting parent expectations.